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Once again, a toddler is fighting for his life after an alleged beating at the hands of an adult. Braydon Decker was discovered unresponsive Tuesday afternoon in Monticello and rushed to the local hospital with a traumatic brain injury.
A Texas prosecutor has criticized the judge who cut short the probation of Minnesota Viking Adrian Peterson in a child abuse case.
A judge in Texas has ended Adrian Peterson's probation 15 months early.
A trial date has been set for next January for the man accused of killing his 10-year-old son last March. In a brief hearing, Pierre Collins said he was willing to waive his right to a speedy trial in order to give his lawyers time to prepare to defend him against charges he murdered his son Barway Collins.
Allegations of child abuse have surfaced against the man charged with killing his son.
Adrian Peterson has been back with the Minnesota Vikings for nearly a month now. He's participated in practices, including the three-day minicamp that wrapped up on Thursday.
A former St. Paul Public Schools custodian was sentenced Thursday to 10 years in prison for sexually abusing several young children, including members of his family. Walter Johann Happel, 63, struck a plea deal in March after pleading guilty to one count of surreptitious invasion of privacy, after he spied on an 11-year-old boy in Linwood Monroe Arts Plus School student bathroom.
Greater Minneapolis Crisis Nursery works to end child abuse and help to create strong healthy families by supporting families in crisis. They have a 24-hour helpline, offer crisis counseling and overnight care for children.
According to the criminal complaint, 24-year-old Tashay Caprice Johnson chased her stepson through Dayton's Bluff Achievement Plus Elementary, threatening him, while the visibly-injured 9-year-old screamed "My mom is trying to kill me. Don't let me go back to her."
It has now been seven days since a Twin Cities boy got dropped off from school, but never made it home. The only person named as a suspect in 10-year-old Barway Collins' disappearance is his own father, Pierre Collins -- and he insists he had nothing to do with it.
A former St. Paul elementary school custodian pleaded guilty Thursday to charges connected to the sexual abuse of several children – including family members – and the invasion of student privacy. Walter Johann Happel, 63, appeared tired in court Thursday, where he pleading guilty to five charges.
A task force studying Minnesota's child protection system wants more reports of abuse to be automatically investigated.
Child-protection legislation inspired by the maltreatment death of a 4-year-old boy is close to becoming law after unanimous Senate approval. The bill marks the first of what could be several changes from a task force review following Eric Dean's death.
Police arrested a Mankato man Tuesday night after officials say an investigation showed he might have abused two young children.
Vikings General Manager Rick Spielman came to watch and evaluate potential future pros at the Gophers' annual Pro Day on Monday, but he did address the future of his team's most prominent current pro.
It appears if Adrian Peterson has anything to say about it, his career with the Minnesota Vikings is over. According to a report from Jason LaCanfora with CBS Sports, Peterson's agent got into a heated exchange with a member of the Vikings' front office last week at the NFL Combine in Indianapolis.
Minnesota Vikings general manager Rick Spielman says he expects star running back Adrian Peterson to stay with the team this season. Several high-ranking Vikings officials have expressed their desire to bring Peterson back in recent weeks, and Spielman's comments to reporters at the NFL scouting combine in Indianapolis were the strongest yet.
A state appeals court says a Milwaukee man accused of severely harming his two-month-old triplet daughters by twisting their legs and breaking their bones was properly convicted.
The NFL Players Association's attempt to have Minnesota Vikings running back Adrian Peterson reinstated has been taken under advisement by a federal judge. U.S. District Judge David Doty heard arguments from the NFLPA and the NFL on Friday. He did not provide a timetable for his decision.
The latest attempt by star running back Adrian Peterson to get back on the field will come in a federal courtroom. Attorneys for the NFL Players Association were scheduled to argue Friday for Peterson's reinstatement from a suspension levied by the league under its controversial personal conduct policy.
The NFL has asked a federal court to reject the petition by the NFL Players Association on behalf of Adrian Peterson to have the star running back's suspension overturned. Attorneys for the league, in filings Friday, wrote that U.S. labor law should prevent the court from handling a dispute already ruled on by the arbitrator for Peterson's appeal.
The NFL's hard line on Adrian Peterson held up. The league-appointed arbitrator for Peterson's appeal affirmed the unpaid suspension until at least next spring, the final result of the child-abuse case that kept the Minnesota running back out of all but one game this season and widened the rift between the NFL and its players over the fairness of the disciplinary process.
A Brooklyn Park man has been charged in the beating death of his 1-year-old son.
Authorities say a man suspected of assaulting a 1-year-old boy in Brooklyn Park, who later died from his injuries, is in police custody. Brooklyn Park Police say 23-year-old Reggie Delaney Harper is accused of assaulting Kazerion Harper earlier this week. Police say they believe Harper is the boy's father.
Some Twin Cities rideshare drivers say they may have to leave the road as gas prices continue to increase.
Three people have been federally indicted for allegedly assaulting a Turning Point USA contributor during a protest at the Whipple Federal Building in Minneapolis earlier this month.
The Minnesota Wild are going home with a chance to advance in the NHL playoffs for the first time since 2015.
The Minnesota Supreme Court on Wednesday affirmed the conviction against Adam Fravel, who killed Madeline Kingsbury in 2023 and was sentenced to life in prison.
They were all hospitalized, and the driver's injuries were severe enough to necessitate an airlift, police said.
Three people have been federally indicted for allegedly assaulting a Turning Point USA contributor during a protest at the Whipple Federal Building in Minneapolis earlier this month.
Police fatally shot a man in Richfield, Minnesota, Wednesday morning after he "brandished a firearm" and shot an officer in the hand, authorities said.
The United States Attorney's Office filed a motion on Tuesday that says Aimee Bock, since at least February, has been directing her college-age son to "download large volumes of material related to her federal prosecution," and disseminate them to lawmakers and members of the media.
Tick season appears to be off to a fast start across the country, with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reporting nearly 100 ER visits for bites in April. That's the most for April since 2017.
There is bipartisan support to help save the hospital, but the state Senate is proposing less money than the House. One former patient has something to say to those lawmakers.
The Minnesota Supreme Court on Wednesday affirmed the conviction against Adam Fravel, who killed Madeline Kingsbury in 2023 and was sentenced to life in prison.
They were all hospitalized, and the driver's injuries were severe enough to necessitate an airlift, police said.
An ambulance driver hit and killed a moose in northern Minnesota early Monday, with no serious injuries to those in the emergency vehicle.
Tick season appears to be off to a fast start across the country, with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reporting nearly 100 ER visits for bites in April. That's the most for April since 2017.
A new Minnesota law is now in effect which requires drivers to stop 20 feet from a school bus when they see red lights flashing, and remain stopped until those lights stop flashing.
You may have heard of Give to the Max Day, where people donate millions of dollars to hundreds of nonprofits and organizations across Minnesota on a single day. That idea has spread to western Wisconsin, called Give Big Valleys.
Federal prosecutors say a small-town Wisconsin police chief tried to help California gun dealers import illegal armor-piercing rounds from Europe.
Local and federal law enforcement are investigating after nearly 50 firearms and "a large quantity of ammunition" were stolen from a sporting goods store in St. Croix County, Wisconsin, the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives said Friday.
Two Minnesotans were killed in a motorcycle crash Wednesday evening in western Wisconsin.
Matthew Keirans used William Woods's identity for decades, then manipulated police into prosecuting Woods, who spent 428 days in jail and 147 days in a mental hospital before DNA evidence proved his innocence.
Bobby Rogers once came to the Minneapolis Institute of Art to sketch and study; now he leads its design and editorial work, shaping what visitors see and experience.
Moses Cooper, who has cerebral palsy, met running partner Mark Hulsey through My Team Triumph Minnesota two years ago and the pair qualified for the Boston Marathon at Grandma's Marathon last summer.
Mackenzie Reed, head custodian at Shakopee East Middle School, has painted large-scale murals throughout the building she once attended as a student, creating a more welcoming space for current students.
Kristi comes to the Salvation Army not only to get food, but to shine her light. She talks with and encourages people waiting in line.
The way Mary Hernandez describes it, the effort to keep families off the street in Shakopee, Minnesota, is like trying to keep your head above water.
The war with Iran is now in its ninth week, and Congress is concerned about the reduction of global munition stockpiles and the ability to restock them.
Fraud was a focus in tonight's State of the State address from Governor Tim Walz. It was his last, as his second term will end in about eight months. Esme Murphy is live at the State Capitol with the governor's message for Minnesotans.
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz delivered his final State of the State address on Tuesday.
Federal agents raided five autism centers in the Twin Cities on Tuesday alongside more than a dozen daycare sites as part of an ongoing probe into suspected fraud.
The settlement ends a case where the Minnesota Supreme Court found USA Powerlifting violated the state's Human Rights Act by barring JayCee Cooper from competition.
Some Twin Cities rideshare drivers say they may have to leave the road as gas prices continue to increase.
A large investment company is warning anyone with stocks to hold on to your hats. Information from JP Morgan says uncertainty is fueling inflation, but so far the market has been more resilient than expected.
Some Trader Joe's shoppers will get a payout after a lawsuit alleged that the retailer's customer receipts put shoppers at risk of ID theft.
The bill would provide an average refund increase of $171 to homeowners after sharp property tax increases across the state this year.
The bills aim to close what supporters call a gambling law loophole, allowing for these prediction markets to flourish with no regulations.
Three people have been federally indicted for allegedly assaulting a Turning Point USA contributor during a protest at the Whipple Federal Building in Minneapolis earlier this month.
The Minnesota Supreme Court on Wednesday affirmed the conviction against Adam Fravel, who killed Madeline Kingsbury in 2023 and was sentenced to life in prison.
London's mayor says police will increase patrols after an "appalling attack on two Jewish Londoners," amid a "series of shocking antisemitic attacks" in the city.
Police fatally shot a man in Richfield, Minnesota, Wednesday morning after he "brandished a firearm" and shot an officer in the hand, authorities said.
The United States Attorney's Office filed a motion on Tuesday that says Aimee Bock, since at least February, has been directing her college-age son to "download large volumes of material related to her federal prosecution," and disseminate them to lawmakers and members of the media.
There is bipartisan support to help save the hospital, but the state Senate is proposing less money than the House. One former patient has something to say to those lawmakers.
Hold Your Horses is a local nonprofit that provides therapy alongside horses and the natural world for people of all ages and abilities.
Minnesota lawmakers are calling for the humanitarian release of a woman detained earlier this year amid Operation Metro Surge who is suffering from a tennis ball-sized ovarian cyst.
For more than 50 years, Steve Nesseth has answered the call, not for the recognition, but because for him service is simply a way of life.
The media we consume and how long we spend consuming it can impact our mental health. In a world where screens are scrutinized, what is the worst kind of screen time?
Mononymous country music star Hardy is set to kick off the final weekend of the 2026 Minnesota State Fair.
Jake was at the funeral for one of his closest friends when he learned of his parents' deaths, he said.
A previously unreleased song is one of many ways Prince is being honored a decade after his death.
Bobby Rogers once came to the Minneapolis Institute of Art to sketch and study; now he leads its design and editorial work, shaping what visitors see and experience.
A video game is helping people experience the Ojibwe culture in a new way.
The Minnesota Wild are going home with a chance to advance in the NHL playoffs for the first time since 2015.
Matt Boldy scored the tiebreaking power-play goal in the final minute of the second period and the Minnesota Wild beat the Dallas Stars 4-2 for a 3-2 lead in the first-round Western Conference series.
Julio Rodriguez hit three doubles, scored twice and drove in two runs, and Josh Naylor had a homer and four RBIs as the Seattle Mariners beat the Minnesota Twins 7-1.
Brock Faber's third career pro hockey game was a playoff game. That was three years ago. Fast forward to the present, and the 23-year-old has taken a huge step forward offensively in these playoffs.
The new format would add eight more at-large teams, and take eight more teams out of the main bracket for play-in games.
The only open Congressional race in Minnesota is in the state's 2nd Congressional District, where the incumbent Rep. Angie Craig is not running for reelection but running for U.S. Senate.
The Cook Partisan Voting Index rates the district at a +3 for Democratic candidates, which means in recent presidential elections, Democrats have held a narrow 3-point edge.
From the controversies to the name-calling to bathhouse proposals to perhaps not renewing Police Chief Brian O'Hara's contract, it seems the Minneapolis City Council is always giving us something to talk about.
From the controversies to the name-calling to bathhouse proposals to perhaps not renewing Police Chief Brian O'Hara's contract, it seems the Minneapolis City Council is always giving us something to talk about.
Both the DFL and GOP nominating conventions are the last weekend in May 7, and voting for the Aug. 11 primary begins in June.
When you think of masterful, memorable works of art, grain elevators don't typically come to mind. But in towns across the country, including in Minnesota, they're becoming an unlikely canvas for creativity.
At Arnie Lillo's Creations in Blue Earth County, you can visit a metal-scaled version of the Eiffel Tower and the Golden Gate Bridge. The works of art have taken on a shape of their own.
It's one of the largest musky hatcheries in the entire world. John Lauritsen shows us how the Spooner hatchery keeps fish healthy and anglers happy.
Shattuck-St. Mary's is more than a hockey school, but hockey has helped put the school on the map. They have banners and big names to prove it, though the real evidence lies with a man called Rooster.
Opening Day for the Minnesota Twins is almost here. And across town, the St. Paul Saints are getting ready for their season, too, with some added history.
A symbolic change is bothering some Minnesotans. Now their local leaders are listening; several cities are voting to fly the old state flag instead of the new one. While it was a drastic redesign, it wasn't the first.
Construction season has arrived, potentially adding several minutes to your daily drive to work. So, how bad is the commute in the Twin Cities? Good Question.
The media we consume and how long we spend consuming it can impact our mental health. In a world where screens are scrutinized, what is the worst kind of screen time?
The pet insurance industry is relatively new, and experts say that's partly why there's a low number of policies, but it is growing.
The popular afternoon pick-me-up in a cup is like a super food, supplement and medicine cure-all.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Minnesotans got a great view of the northern lights Tuesday night.
A look at the newest addition to the polar bear population at St. Paul, Minnesota's Como Zoo.
From food shelves to school programs, our team is proud to serve where it matters most.
The Minnesota State Fair has unveiled its new food, drinks and vendors for 2025.
Cooler than average highs this week in the 50s, WCCO meteorologist Mike Augustyniak reports.
In Minnesota, weather can be all over the place. Here at WCCO, we want to give you what you need to prepare for what's happening next.
A few sprinkles are possible Wednesday in the Twin Cities, says NEXT Weather meteorologist Lisa Meadows.
Wednesday will top out in the mid 50s with isolated sprinkles mainly northeast, WCCO meteorologist Joseph Dames reports.
Our quiet, cool stretch continues on Wednesday in the Twin Cities.
Rising gas prices are putting financial pressure on rideshare drivers in the Twin Cities, with some drivers saying the increased costs are making it difficult to earn a living.
More than 3,000 athletes from all 50 states will be here for the 2026 Special Olympics USA games, explains CEO Christy Soveregin.
The Children's Cancer Research Fund is bringing back Glamorama. Grant Whittaker and Kenna Dooley share a preview.
Cooler than average highs this week in the 50s, WCCO meteorologist Mike Augustyniak reports.
Prosecutors say Aimee Bock tried to get sensitive documents released to the public while in custody.